County News Notes From Ossian and Vicinity May 1916
May 29 1916 local items from Ossian Castalia and nearby areas list illnesses visitors and social calls. Names include Bernie Ehler Mrs Will Wiltgen Ole Lee Rae Runkle Anna Daniels and many more with frequent greetings at homes and a Centennial visit. Several outings to Cresco Decorah and Festina noted along with a wedding in Minneapolis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bernie Ehler
Will Wiltgen
Ole Lee
Ossian
C. Koch
Rae Runkle
Heiman’s
T. Uhlenhake
Dave Rosa
Anna Daniels
Rosa
Lew Rekward
Dell Harvey
Will Boeckman
Mrs. Daniels
Webb Rosa
Sheggrad
Frankville
Joseph Boeckman
Joe Ehler
S. Bernice
Jerrine
Blanche Allen
Duff
Grace Sheggrud
W. P. Rosa
Knute Lee
Youmans
Mrs. Stevens
Mabel Harvey
Lewis Rckward
Albert Kneeskern
Harry Harvey
Archie Jones
Standal
Nelle Daniels
Burrows
Isaac Duff
George Allen
Will Wittgen
Castalia
C. C. Marlow
Near Decorah
Mabel Shultz
Edith Boeckman
Carl Ginapp
Atpadel
Cresco
Ed. Standal
Minneapolis
Win Rathbun
Hesper notes and social rounds in 1916 community
Hesper social notices from May 1916 record visits by Mrs Sayles Mrs Lincoln and others in Decorah Mabel and nearby towns. Commencement at Myron's hall June plans mention camp supper at John Bryant's wood. Local gatherings band socials and a church talk on Equal Suffrage plus a Burdock Blood Bitters advertisement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sayles
Lincoln
Decorah
Lawrence Iverson
Albert Iverson
W. P. Nelson
D. C. Wiles
Mabel
Jennie McLaughlin
B. M. White
Myron’s Hall
John Bryant
Thomas Bryant
D. J. Welch
Evelyn
Burr Talbert
R. Reid
Stensland
Peterson
Prin
J. C. Gannon
Ray Hiatt
A. J. Harkness
Moline
Tfl
James Draper
Friends Church
Rs. KR
M. Hiatt
T. G. Meader
L. T. Bacon
Remembering the fallen veterans and a call to national resolve
The speaker reflects on Civil War losses and costs, then shifts to a hopeful view of national unity, freedom, and duty. He urges vigilance, a strong navy and army, universal military training, and dedication to the flag, stressing that true homage lies in defending citizens and civilization. America closes with the hymn America and benediction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
America
Winneshiek Babies Report for 1915 County Births
A Winneshiek County tally shows 277 births in 1915, down from 414 in 1914, with Decorah accounting for the most and Washington township leading among others at 33. The record notes one still birth and two sets of twins, plus a storage battery care note from Peter Johnson & Sons and Willard Battery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decorah
Washington
Lincoln
Dent's
Peter Johnson & Sons, Inc
Willard Storage Battery Company
Chamberlains Remedy Endorsed in Indian Mission
A Des Moines lecture recounts an Indian interior journey where a missionary fell ill and credits Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy with saving his life. The ad promotes the remedy for bowel complaints, with testimonials from Caldwell Ohio and a general warning that abuse educates the cow to kick.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
India
Chamberlain
R. A. Engbertson
Record of the Past endorsement for Doan’s Kidney Pills
Edw. B. Herwig of Decorah says standing tall causes back strain and kidney issues. He credits Doan’s Kidney Pills from Wangler’s Pharmacy with relief, endorsing them in 1912 and again in 1915. Price 60 cents. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY. Ad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. Herwig
Barber
Maple Ave
Decorah
Dean
Wangler
Doan
Sloan's Liniment for Rheumatism Ad Promises Relief
An old advertisement touts Sloan's Liniment as a cure for rheumatism neuralgia backache stiffness and soreness. It claims 25 cent bottles bring warming soothing relief and urges readers to buy at drug stores. The copy ends with a reflective musing about wishing others saw themselves as we do.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ady
Indiana Man's Experience With Foley Kidney Pills
Frank Moseley of Moore's Head Indiana writes of relief from persistent side and back pains after the first dose and full pain cessation within 48 hours. The ad claims Foley Kidney Pills activate kidneys and stop sleep disturbing bladder ailments. Engbertson's Pharmacy distributes the product. European Russia has the world’s highest birth rate and France the lowest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Moseley
Moore
Ind
Foley
Engbertson
Russia
France
Public notice on Chamberlain's tablets advertising use
Mrs C E Riley of Ilion New York touts Chamberlains Tablets for indigestion and says they have given her pleasure with six months of use. Ad approves the remedy and notes it is for sale by R A Engbertsen.
Harding for Governor Hardings Road Fight Message
Harding for Governor Committee urges voters to back Harding in a battle against pork barrel road funding. The drive emphasizes paved highways over cement interests and opposes local government commissions. It frames the referendum and local option as key to resisting high taxes and preserving road improvements.
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Harding
Des Moines
Big Alliance
Plains
Seratch
Notice of Appointment of Administrator for Ole S. Bidne Estate
Albert Anfinson is appointed administrator of the estate of Ole S. Bidne late of Decorah township Winneshiek County Iowa deceased intestate. He has given bonds as required by law. All claims must be presented and all debts paid to the administrator. Dated Decorah May 8 1916. J A Nelson attorney.
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Ole S. Bidne
Tate
Decorah Township
Winneshiek
State of
Iowa
Albert Anfinson
Decorah
J. A. Nelson
United States
Territories
Te Corporation
C. J. Tamnes
Hesper Peg
Notice of Appointment of Executor for F E Reynolds Estate
Notice is given of the appointment of B J Reynolds as executor of the estate of F E Reynolds, deceased, late of Decorah township Winneshiek County Iowa. All claims must be presented and all debts paid to the executor, Dated Decorah Iowa April 30 1916. Boice and Mook Attorneys.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. J. Reynolds
Decorah
Iowa
Boice & Mook
Winneshiek County Political Announcements for June Primaries
A list of candidates announces runs for Winneshiek county offices in Iowa. H P Nicholson Jr seeks re election as State Representative in the 1st district. C G Haugen runs for re election as Supervisor 1st district. J P Kuhn seeks Supervisor 2nd district. Linde announces for Supervisor 3d district. Williams runs for Supervisor 5th district. T F Connor seeks Supervisor 4th district. Oscar Winger seeks re nomination for Auditor in 1916 Republican primary.
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Winneshiek County
H. P. Nicholson, JR
County election notices from Winneshiek Iowa 1916
Republican and Democratic primary announcements for county offices in Winneshiek County Iowa including County Treasurer Clerk of the District Court Sheriff County Recorder and County Attorney. Candidates pledge support of voters and announce candidacies subject to June 5 1916 primaries and June 8 primaries. Decorah Iowa areas cited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. F. Connor
Winneshiek County
Iowa
L. C. Christen
J. Moore
Will Tobiason
C. N. Houck
Nmination
Ellingson
Eras
M. C. Bergan
A. M. Morrison
Chas. A. Johnson
Decorah
Notice to publishers of text books in Winneshiek County
Bids will be received until 1 30 p m June 6 1916 by the Winneshiek County Board of Education Decorah Iowa for geographies for school use. Estimated first supply four to five hundred volumes. County schools in 1915 about three thousand eight hundred attending. Samples must be deposited in the County Superintendent office. Board may reject any or all bids. 203 H E Miller president Oscar Winger secretary
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Winneshick
H. E. Miller
Oscar Winger
Ben Bear
Decorah
Towa
Bear
Chris
Qually
Adolph Lee
Iowa
John Alstad
Antonia Bear
Alex
Deecorah
Alex. Bear
Ed. Bear
Board of Directors
Farms for Sale Near Red Wing in Various Lots
Auction-style listing describes several farms near Red Wing with acres ranging from 115 to 240, detailing plow land, pasture, timber, and buildings. Prices per acre vary from 7.50 to 84.00, with cash payments and 5 percent balances and terms. Some farms offer possession after crops removal or next fall, and locations reference Main road and a station eight miles away. Many others available, write for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Wing
Ben Bear Company Incorporation Notice
Notice of incorporation for Ben Bear Co to form under Iowa law in Decorah Winneshiek with seven directors and officers named. Articles authorize $40,000 capital stock, corporate powers to engage in clothing and related goods, real estate, and loans, with governance terms, duration twenty years, and stockholder meeting rules. Executrix Mary Tamnes named in a separate probate notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BEN Bear Company
Iowa
Secretary of State
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Linde
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Atty
Mary Tamnes
Boice & Hook
J. C. Beard
Colorado
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Hal. S. Ray
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Republican” Office
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